political and physical well-being

In the event that recent events in the CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States, made up of almost all former Soviet republics) have made you worried about my well-being, let me reassure you. Although I was greatly upset by the war in Georgia and am concerned about the "imminent" collapse of Ukraine's government, this instability has not concretely manifested itself in my life; that is, prices have remained stable, and people are not especially worried. If you're interested, drop me a line and I'll send you my opinions, and other, expert, ones as well.

I also feel like crowing about this article, because items 1, 2, 4, 5, 8, and 9 are frequent occupants of my stomach. Hooray for the health benefits of Peace Corps service!